Mountainside Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Please join us to today for Family Life Day today.

Mountainside's young adult choir, Generation Praise, sang the house down this past Sabbath! And Pastor Quine Cousins delivered a powerful word in the second installment of his new sermon series, Good Grief, Finding God In The Midst Of Loss. Swipe through to be blessed by the voices of the young people of Mountainside, and be sure to catch the replay of the entire service on our YouTube channel!

Daily Devotional | July 5th, 2024

Call to Action for the Church Community

Last Sabbath, we issued a call to action for our church community to actively engage with our youth. We must be vigilant, supportive, and proactive in addressing the traumas they face, ensuring they do not reach their boiling point. Our mission is to protect, guide, and build up our young people, preparing them for a future where they can thrive and lead. This call to action is a reminder that we all have a role to play in the lives of our youth. It's about being proactive rather than reactive, anticipating their needs and providing support before crises arise.

Engaging with our youth means being present in their lives, offering guidance, and creating opportunities for them to grow and develop. It also means advocating for their needs and ensuring they have access to the resources and support they need to succeed. By working together as a community, we can create a nurturing environment where our young people can flourish.

Galatians 6:2 (ESV): "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."

Reflection: What specific actions can you take this week to engage with and support the youth in your church or community? How can you be more proactive in addressing their needs and helping them thrive?

Daily Devotional | July 4th, 2024

Accountability and Respect in Relationships

It's important to teach our young people the importance of accountability and respect in relationships. They must recognize their worth and not settle for less than they deserve. This involves holding each other accountable and providing support, but without judgment. Accountability means being responsible for one's own actions and understanding the impact they have on others. It also means being willing to accept constructive criticism and make positive changes.

Respect in relationships is foundational for building trust and mutual understanding. By teaching young people to value themselves and others, we can help them develop healthy and respectful relationships. This includes understanding boundaries, practicing empathy, and communicating effectively. By fostering these values, we can help our youth build strong and meaningful connections with others.

Ephesians 4:2-3 (ESV): "With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."

Reflection: Reflect on your own relationships. Are there areas where you need to practice more accountability or respect? How can you model these values for the young people in your life?